2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 454 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
